Public urged to consider all treatment options before attending Kilkenny hospital

Ahead of the May Bank Holiday Weekend, St Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny wants to remind the public of their treatment option before attending the Emergency Department (ED) at the hospital.

There are a range of care pathways available to patients who do not need emergency care including Pharmacists, GP, and Care Doc Out of Hours Services. 

Management and staff in St Luke’s Hospital urges all patients where appropriate to consult with their GP prior to attending the ED. In an emergency situation, Emergency Departments continue to deal with all medical emergencies. 

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Similar to many Emergency Departments across the country St Luke’s General Hospital’s Emergency Department is extremely busy with high numbers of patients attending, many of are presenting with complex needs requiring admission. 

Some patients may experience very long wait times in the AMAU/ Emergency Department, however, as always staff will prioritise the sickest patients and most urgent cases for treatment and care. 

Hospital Management would like to thank the public for their support and understanding during this period.